2011 Home Heating Credit
Contact Michigan Department of Treasury at 517-636-4486 or http://www.michigan.gov/treasury/.
You can apply for a Home Heating Credit for the 2011 tax year if you meet the income guidelines listed below.
If you qualify, the Home Heating Credit (HHC) provides assistance to help pay for your winter heating bills. Eligible customers must meet the standard credit income guidelines or alternate guidelines based on household income, exemptions and heating costs.
| Exemptions | Income Ceiling |
|---|---|
| 1 | $11,986 |
| 2 | $16,186 |
| 3 | $20,387 |
| 4 | $24,587 |
| 5 | $28,815 |
| 6 | $33,014 |
*For each exemption over 6, add $4,200.
You may claim an exemption for yourself, your spouse and other dependents. Additional exemptions are available for seniors, disabled customers or customers with 50% or more of their income from unemployment compensation.
The Home Heating Credit claim form must be filed with the Michigan Department of Treasury before September 30, 2010. Forms are generally available wherever other tax forms are provided. You can also call the Michigan Department of Treasury at 800-367-6263 or visit them on the internet at http://www.michigan.gov/treasury/.